Serving 870 students in grades 7-8, University Heights Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 870 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: University Heights Middle serves the northeast part of Riverside, CA, covering an area of approximately 18.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 2.5 miles, while the furthest edge is 3.9 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
University Heights Middle School's student population of 870 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
870 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
University Heights Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Heights Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6748 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
80%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University Heights Middle School's ranking?
University Heights Middle School is ranked #6748 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend University Heights Middle School?
870 students attend University Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of University Heights Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Heights Middle School?
University Heights Middle School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does University Heights Middle School offer ?
University Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is University Heights Middle School part of?
University Heights Middle School is part of Riverside Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is University Heights Middle School located?
University Heights Middle School is located in the University neighborhood of Riverside, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in University.
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